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Catholic Church in Nigeria
Suspects in Killing of Seminarian in Razed Nigerian Catholic Parish Rectory Arrested
Security officials in Nigeria’s Plateau State have reportedly arrested eight suspects involved in crime, among them, those who set on fire the Catholic Parish rectory in Nigeria’s Kafanchan Diocese that resulted in the death of a Seminarian.
Give Youth Chance to “showcase innovative capabilities”: Priest in Nigeria to Government
A Catholic Priest ministering in Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has called on the government to give youth in the West African nation the opportunity to hold leadership positions so they can exhibit their respective “innovative capabilities”.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria Urge Government to Address Economic Challenges
Christian leaders in Nigeria are calling on the federal government to address the "pressing" economic challenges and insecurity in the nation.
Nigerian Police Commissioner Seeking Ties with Religious Leaders to Address Insecurity
The new Police Commissioner of Nigeria’s Kaduna State is seeking to strengthen the relationship between the Police and religious leaders as a “strategy” to address insecurity in the State.
Murdered Seminarian’s Colleagues in Nigeria Named Religious Freedom Award Recipients
Two Nigerian Seminarians who survived the 2020 kidnapping in which their companion Michael Nnadi was killed have been named recipients of the 2023 Religious Freedom Award organized by the Pontifical and charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International.
Eid-ul-Maulud: Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Urge “mutual respect” amid Religious Diversity
On the occasion of Eid-ul-Maulud, the Muslim celebration that marks the birth of Prophet Mohammed, Christian leaders in Nigeria are calling for the fostering of “mutual respect” in the West African nation that they say is characterized by religious diversity.
Human Rights Activists Challenge UN to Investigate Jihadist Killings in Nigerian Region
Activists at the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) are calling on the United Nations (UN) to intervene in insecurity in Southeastern Nigeria by investigating those behind Jihadist killings targeting Christians in the region.
Salesians Empower Youth in “digital skills for employment" Initiative in Nigerian Centre
The Salesian Centre in Ibadan, Nigeria, has received equipment to help equip youths with digital skills in an initiative that seeks to address youth unemployment described as “digital skills for employment”.
Curbing Insecurity Requires “proactive measures”: Christian Leaders in Nigerian State
Members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Nigeria’s Taraba State have challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government to spearhead “proactive measures” to curb insecurity in the West African nation and its States.
Catholic Researcher in Nigeria Reacts to Video of Soldiers Aiding Transit of Bandits
A viral video of soldiers suspected to be aiding a smooth transit of bandits in a Nigerian State has attracted criticism, with a Catholic researcher in the West African country expressing doubt that authorities will bring the alleged soldiers to book.
Abducted Catholic Priest in Nigeria Released, Diocese “grateful”
The Catholic Diocese of Enugu in Nigeria has expressed gratitude to God and the faithful following the release of Fr. Marcellinus Obioma Okide, who had been abducted on September 17.
Silver Jubilee: Priest in Nigeria Lauded for “ability to embrace all without prejudice”
Fr. Peter Hassan, a member of the Clergy of Nigeria’s Jalingo Diocese, has been lauded for his ability to “transcend narrow ethnic boundaries”, embracing “all without prejudice, jealousy, or hatred” in his 25 years of Priestly ministry.
New Priests in Nigeria Urged to Prepare Homilies “diligently”, Preach Jesus, Not to Curse
The 11 newly ordained Priests for the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos in Nigeria have been urged to pay keen attention to their life as ministers of the word of God and the Eucharist, preparing their homilies with diligence.
Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop in Nigeria, Auxiliary Bishop in Mozambique
Pope Francis has appointed a new Bishop for Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Zaria and a second Auxiliary Bishop for Maputo Archdiocese in Mozambique.
Forgiving “genuinely, quickly only way to end” Nigeria’s Multifront Violence: Archbishop
The practice of forgiveness is the “only way” to bring an end to violence in Nigeria, Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of the country’s Abuja Archdiocese has said.
“Act or resign”: Human Rights Group to Nigeria’s Security Agents after Priest’s Kidnapping
The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) has condemned the September 16-17 kidnapping of over 30 people across Nigeria’s Enugu State, including a Catholic Priest, and called on police bosses in the Nigerian State to either act on insecurity in the region or to vacate office.
Hundreds in Nigeria Benefit from Catholic Entity’s Initiative for Visually Impaired
Over 500 people with varying eye complications have benefitted from the support of Harambee Africa International (HAI), a Catholic Development foundation that is presently targeting persons in Nigeria’s “rural and marginalized communities”.
Prayer Appeal for Catholic Priest Kidnapped from Nigeria’s Enugu Diocese
Prayers are being sought for the safe release of Fr. Marcellinus Obioma Okide reportedly abducted from Nigeria’s Enugu Diocese on September 17.
Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Feted for “contribution to a better world”
Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto in Nigeria and Founder of The Kukah Centre is the winner of this Year’s Mundo Negro Fraternity Award, which identifies outstanding candidates connected with Africa.
Push for “further reforms” to Hasten Nigeria’s Poll Petitions: Bishops to Civil Societies
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) are calling on civil societies in the West African nation to push for reforms that can hasten election-related petitions so that they are determined before a new President is sworn-in.
